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Jackie Baillie claims Anas Sarwar's Lords appointment is 'about rewarding talent'

SCOTTISH Labour's acting leader has described Anas Sarwar's appointment in the House of Lords as an "offer you can't…

The National (Scotland)

“Are We Just Jealous?” Victoria Moss Unpacks the Sexist, Ageist Commentary Around Marie-France van Heel’s Victoria Beckham Dress

The coverage has been predictably reductive.

Marie Claire

'I welcome it': Minister reacts to UK millionaires' plea to pay more tax

Gary Lineker is among the signatories of the ‘Proud to Pay’ letter, which claims cash raised from higher taxes on wealth could be used to reduce inequality,

Evening Standard

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Will Andy Burnham make good on pledge to 'end rough sleeping'? Expert weighs in

ANDY Burnham used his first speech as Prime Minister to pledge to end long-term rough sleeping ...

The National (Scotland)

Andy Burnham’s pubs rate cut slammed by landlords: ‘Like stealing our lunchbox and giving us a crisp back’

Fears businesses could close before rates relief come into force as PM warned plan is a ‘drop in the ocean’

The Independent UK

Voices: Andy’s Angels: Is Burnham’s Labour good for women?

INDEPENDENT WOMEN: In this week's Independent Women newsletter, Victoria Richards argues that the male-heavy line-up under Andy Burnham shows women are still being quietly shut out of power in Labour

The Independent UK

Badenoch criticises move to close department and put ‘one guy in Cabinet’ on AI

The Conservative leader said the lack of business experience in the Prime Minister’s new Cabinet was ‘terrifying’.

Evening Standard

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Minister declines to say whether Burnham will heed Lineker’s call for wealth tax

Former footballer Gary Lineker is among 120 UK millionaires urging the Government to tax wealth.

Evening Standard

Britain’s quarter century: Blair, populism and the battle over human rights

Summer 2001. Tony Blair had just won a second thumping election victory, promising opportunity for all. The new census showed a nation losing its religion, more inclined to live alone and more ethnically diverse. The maximum temperature was a tepid 32°C in west London in late June, while the twin…

The Conversation

Better Together chief promoted and Ian Murray demoted in UK Government shake-up

FORMER Better Together chief Blair McDougall has been given a promotion and a new ministerial role in the UK Government, while former Scottish…

The National (Scotland)

Burnham warned spending spree ‘will force tax rises’ as rate cut for pubs announced

Economists warn that the chancellor may be forced to raise taxes to pay for new PM’s promises to tackle cost of living

The Independent UK

The two big unanswered questions around Burnham’s ‘overdue’ action for pubs

The move is predicted to save £1,100 annually for the average pub

The Independent UK

Scottish Labour begins search for new leader as Sarwar joins UK Government

Anas Sarwar is leaving Holyrood to become a trade minister in Andy Burnham’s Government.

Evening Standard

Mother of Pc Harper says early release of killers ‘another letdown for Andrew’

It comes after the constable’s widow Lissie Harper criticised the early release scheme as ‘deplorable’.

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Thursday news quiz: Elections denied, a dog surprise, and a very viral raccoon

Test yourself on topical news trivia, pop culture and general knowledge every Thursday. How will you fare?

The National (Scotland)

Pub owners cast doubt on 'tiny' relief from Andy Burnham on business rates

PUB owners have cast doubts on Prime Minister Andy Burnham’s 20 per cent cut to business rates for pubs, clubs and live music venues in England,…

The Independent UK

Five ways Andy Burnham could fund his early premiership giveaways

Andy Burnham has announced a series of mini giveaways on energy bills, buses and pub business rates in his first week as prime minister with potentially more to come. Political editor David Maddox looks at how he might pay for them

The National (Scotland)

Read Anas Sarwar's statement on quitting Holyrood to join the Lords in full

ANAS Sarwar’s journey to the House of Lords has been confirmed, with the UK Government announcing on Wednesday evening that he would become a…

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Evening Standard

Burnham cuts business rates for pubs, clubs and music venues across England

It is expected to save a typical pub some £1,100 annually, but will not be available to the very largest live music venues.

The National (Scotland)

Andy Burnham urged to 'draw a line' and ban US forces from Scottish airports

Andy Burnham has been urged to block the US military from using Prestwick Airport and other UK bases as a launchpad for strikes on Iran

The Guardian - UK

Who is Miatta Fahnbulleh, the radical-thinking new UK energy secretary?

Selection of economist formerly at helm of green thinktank marks continuation of decarbonising Miliband era

The Independent UK

Will taxes have to go up to fund Andy Burnham’s new policies?

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The Independent UK

Voices: Poll: Should Andy Burnham introduce a wealth tax on Britain’s richest people?

HAVE YOUR SAY: Gary Lineker is among 100-plus UK millionaires urging Andy Burnham to tax their wealth, but do you think a wealth tax would help Britain’s finances?

Evening Standard

Imagine losing your beloved local — you might if the Government doesn’t cut VAT

Today’s announcement of business rates cuts is welcome but VAT is still the big issue facing pubs and clubs, says Tom Kerridge

The Guardian - UK

UK politics: Burnham pauses early prisoner release scheme due to start in September – as it happened

New PM says no prisoners will be released under the policy until there is an urgent review of scheme

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